Marc Bernal has finally been given the medical all-clear. ✅
After 382 long days, he’s ready to step back onto the pitch. 🔵🔴
Early Life & Youth Career
- Born: 26 May 2007 in Berga, Catalonia, Spain. (Wikipedia)
- Youth Clubs:
Professional Debut & Rise
- First Professional Contract: Signed with FC Barcelona in June 2023, with contract through June 2026. (Wikipedia)
- Barcelona Atlètic (Barcelona B):
- First Team Debut:
- Made La Liga debut on 17 August 2024 in a 2–1 away win vs Valencia. (Wikipedia)
Style of Play & Strengths
- Plays mainly as a defensive midfielder, but is versatile and can step forward if required. (Wikipedia)
- Physically, he is tall and strong; left-footed. Good in tackles, interceptions, and aerial duels. (Wikipedia)
- On the ball, known for composure, good passing even under pressure, and ability to manage tempo. Some comparisons with Sergio Busquets in terms of reading the game. (Khel Now)
Injury & Contract
- Injury: On 27 August 2024, in a match vs Rayo Vallecano, he suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee, along with an external meniscus injury. (Wikipedia)
- Contract & Buyout Clause: Despite the serious injury, Barcelona extended his contract (through June 2026 with option for more years) and set a €500 million buyout clause. This reflects how highly the club values him. (Barca Blaugranes)
Recent Developments & Outlook
- He has been in rehab/training from injury, gradually rebuilding strength and fitness. (The Times of India)
- Medical clearance has been granted; the return to competitive action is approaching, though Barcelona are being careful with timing. (Tribuna)
- Expected to be part of first-team training and potentially feature in matches as the 2025/26 season unfolds. (The Times of India)
